2018 Jaguar XJR575 headlines updated range

The updated Jaguar XJ has been revealed with a new, more powerful XJR575 model headlining the tweaked range.

XJR575

The new XJR575 model is powered by a version of the company’s 5.0-litre supercharged V8 boasting 423kW of power and 700Nm of torque.

Drive goes to the rear wheels via an eight-speed automatic, and Jaguar Land Rover says the sedan is capable of blasting past the 0-100km/h standard in 4.4 seconds, and hitting a top speed of 300km/h.

Compared to the outgoing XJR, the new XJR575 has an 18kW advantage and is 0.2s quicker to 100km/h.

The XJR575 is distinguished from lesser models by its unique bonnet vents, rear spoiler, side sills, and front bumper design. There’s also gloss black lower air intakes, and 20-inch alloy wheels.

On the inside, the XJR575 features 575 branding on the dashboard, tread plates, and the diamond-quilted leather seats.

Other XJ models

New features for updated XJ range include full LED headlights with the “double J-Blade” daytime running lights, and a larger 10.0-inch touchscreen with the latest Touch Pro infotainment system, which incorporates a 4G Wi-Fi hot spot.

In Europe, the revised XJ range will be offered in Premium Luxury, Portfolio, R-Sport, Autobiography, and XJR575 trims. Engine choices include 250kW 3.0-litre supercharged V6, and 375kW supercharged 5.0-litre V8, as well as a 221kW 2.0-litre turbo-diesel V6 and 423kW XJR575.

The latest update will keep the eight-year old XJ ticking along until a new model is ready. Rumours indicate the new range-topping sedan could be ready by 2019, and might be an electric-only proposition or a Panamera-fighter.

Australia

The updated XJ range goes on sale locally during the first quarter of 2018. Pricing, specifications and model availability will be announced closer to the car’s on-sale date.